Nutrition and Recipes:

Red Beans and Rice

2024-01-17

Red Beans and Rice

Ingredients 1/2 cup rice 1 can red or kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 stalk celery, diced 1/2 yellow onion, diced 2 tsp olive oil 1 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup vegetable broth 1 bay...

Mediterranean Style Tofu Scramble

2024-01-17

Mediterranean Style Tofu Scramble

Ingredients 1 block extra firm tofu, drained and pressed 2 tsp oil 1/2 red onion, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half 2 cups spinach, chopped 1 tsp turmeric 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp...

The Athlete's Plate

2024-01-17

The Athlete's Plate

A balanced plate for any individual has several components. The ratio of these foods on your plate will change as your training increases. Let’s take a look at what makes up a balanced plate. ● Fruits and non-starchy vegetables: These staples...

PreWorkout Nutrition

2024-01-17

PreWorkout Nutrition

What you eat before your long run each week can play a big factor in determining whether you have a great day of training or have to trudge through a death-march. Feeling good on your long run will help you to enjoy the training process and get the...

During the Run Nutrition

2024-01-17

During the Run Nutrition

Learning to fuel during your run is an important part of training for a marathon. Taking in adequate fuel provides your body with the carbohydrates it needs to stay energized, to maintain glycogen (carbohydrate) stores as long as possible for when...

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Some ideas on what to eat, how to make it, and how to eat it.

Also see:

UCSF Sports Medicine

The UCSF Sports Medicine team gives fantastic information for all marathon runners.

Tutorials

Simple instructions for how to perform exercises for running.

Yoga for Runners

A group of physical, mental, and spiritual practices aimed at self-controlling the body and mind of a runner.

Strength Training

Using strength and resistance training to improve marathon performance.

Health and Performance

We're excited to re-introduce Dr. Jeff Shapiro to our SFM community. If you're looking to improve your health and performance, you...